What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Data Analyst (Contingent II) position at Bowie State University?
Job Posting
JR101492 Research Data Analyst (Contingent II) (Open)
Department
BSU Research and Innovation, JM
Position Type
Non-Regular Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Open Date
11-25-2025
Close Date
$65,000 - $74,000
Job Description
Performs a variety of professional and administrative duties in support of the day‑to‑day operations of a function or program; executes the details of one or more programs with or without oversight from a director or advisor; assists in program planning and development: interprets, monitors, and analyzes information regarding operating policies and procedures: administers budgets; uses independent judgment, and coordinates academic and/or staff personnel matters. Resolves problems that have a significant impact on the overall goals of the department. Excludes nonexempt employees, departmental business officers and positions that can be identified with a specific functional area and code.
MINIMUM TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree required and at least three years of experience in college or university grant administration, data management and analytics, or a combination of training and experience. Candidates must have the ability to work well with individuals from all areas of the academic community (faculty, staff, students, administrators, alumni, friends, and supporters), the federal government, the state government, foundations, the corporate world, and others as appropriate.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Typical office and professional job conditions. Traversing the campus as needed.
Additional Job Information
Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance; paid time for paid sick leave and annual leave; 10 paid holidays per year, tuition remission and supplemental retirement.
Bowie State University shall not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status or veteran status. All policies, programs, and activities of Bowie State University are and shall be in conformity with all pertinent Federal and state laws of nondiscrimination including, but not limited to: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination Act, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Federal Executive Order No. 11375, and Article 49B of the Annotated Code of Maryland. This commitment applies in all areas and embraces faculty, staff, and students.
Equal opportunity of access to academic and related programs shall be extended to all persons. Bowie State University shall have as its firm objective equal opportunity in recruitment and hiring, rate of pay, all other promotions, training, retention and dismissals, for all employees and applicants for employment. The University will stress equal access for employees and applicants for employment to all programs and services provided by the University both on and off campus. The University will also provide equal opportunity and an atmosphere of nondiscrimination with respect to women and members of minority groups in all its operations. In addition, the University shall promote equal opportunity and equal treatment through a positive and continuing Affirmative Action Program.
The University makes, and will continue to make, reasonable accommodations to promote the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the University's business.
In addition, employees and applicants will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have engaged in, or may have engaged in, activities such as filing a complaint, assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance review or hearing, or opposing any act or practice made unlawful, or exercising any other right protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended or the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended.
JR101492 Research Data Analyst (Contingent II) (Open)
Department
BSU Research and Innovation, JM
Position Type
Non-Regular Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Open Date
11-25-2025
Close Date
$65,000 - $74,000
Job Description
Performs a variety of professional and administrative duties in support of the day‑to‑day operations of a function or program; executes the details of one or more programs with or without oversight from a director or advisor; assists in program planning and development: interprets, monitors, and analyzes information regarding operating policies and procedures: administers budgets; uses independent judgment, and coordinates academic and/or staff personnel matters. Resolves problems that have a significant impact on the overall goals of the department. Excludes nonexempt employees, departmental business officers and positions that can be identified with a specific functional area and code.
- Works with the Vice President of Research and Innovation as the data analyst for the division and helps prepare reports as needed.
- Collect, interpret, and analyze grant-related data using statistical and analytical techniques to produce accurate and timely reports for funders, stakeholders, and internal leadership.
- Develop, implement, and maintain grant-specific databases, data collection systems, dashboards, and reporting tools to ensure compliance with grant requirements and improve data quality.
- Acquire data from program teams, partners, and external sources to track grant performance, deliverables, and outcomes.
- Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in grant-funded program data to support program evaluation, decision-making, and strategic planning.
- Review, validate, and reconcile data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with grant reporting guidelines; locate and correct discrepancies or inconsistencies.
- Prepare grant progress reports, outcome summaries, and data visualizations for funders, leadership, and public presentations.
- Assist in developing data metrics and performance indicators to evaluate the effectiveness of grant-funded programs.
- Support grant application and renewal processes by providing historical data, performance trends, and evidence-based insights.
- Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance data collection, reporting efficiency, and transparency in grant management.
- Provide training and technical support to program staff on data entry, reporting requirements, and use of data systems.
- Serves as backup to Program Coordinator when needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Research & Innovation and designee.
MINIMUM TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree required and at least three years of experience in college or university grant administration, data management and analytics, or a combination of training and experience. Candidates must have the ability to work well with individuals from all areas of the academic community (faculty, staff, students, administrators, alumni, friends, and supporters), the federal government, the state government, foundations, the corporate world, and others as appropriate.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Typical office and professional job conditions. Traversing the campus as needed.
Additional Job Information
Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance; paid time for paid sick leave and annual leave; 10 paid holidays per year, tuition remission and supplemental retirement.
Bowie State University shall not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status or veteran status. All policies, programs, and activities of Bowie State University are and shall be in conformity with all pertinent Federal and state laws of nondiscrimination including, but not limited to: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination Act, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Federal Executive Order No. 11375, and Article 49B of the Annotated Code of Maryland. This commitment applies in all areas and embraces faculty, staff, and students.
Equal opportunity of access to academic and related programs shall be extended to all persons. Bowie State University shall have as its firm objective equal opportunity in recruitment and hiring, rate of pay, all other promotions, training, retention and dismissals, for all employees and applicants for employment. The University will stress equal access for employees and applicants for employment to all programs and services provided by the University both on and off campus. The University will also provide equal opportunity and an atmosphere of nondiscrimination with respect to women and members of minority groups in all its operations. In addition, the University shall promote equal opportunity and equal treatment through a positive and continuing Affirmative Action Program.
The University makes, and will continue to make, reasonable accommodations to promote the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the University's business.
In addition, employees and applicants will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have engaged in, or may have engaged in, activities such as filing a complaint, assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance review or hearing, or opposing any act or practice made unlawful, or exercising any other right protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended or the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended.
Salary : $65,000 - $74,000
